1 Lakh Doses of Covishield Arrives In Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, May 8:The first consignment of Covishield vaccine for the third phase vaccination for 18-44 age group has arrived at Biju Patniak International Airport (BPIA) on Saturday. The consignment contain one lakh doses of Covishield. Odisha Government has procured the vaccine from Serum Institute of India (SII). On April 29 Chief Minister Naveen Patniak announced…

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Indian Researchers Develop Targeted Nano-Formulation to Aid Parkinson’s Disease Management

Mohali: In a groundbreaking advancement, researchers from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, have developed a targeted nano-formulation that enables the sustained release of 17β-Estradiol (E2), a hormone critical for managing Parkinson’s Disease (PD). This innovation holds promise for revolutionizing treatment strategies for the debilitating neurodegenerative condition. Parkinson’s Disease, a progressive neurological…

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Assam Bans Beef in Restaurants, Hotels, and Public Spaces

Guwahati: The Assam government has imposed a statewide ban on the serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels, and public spaces. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the decision after a cabinet meeting held on Wednesday. Speaking at a press conference, Sarma emphasized the government’s commitment to strengthening regulations around beef consumption. “We have…

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India to Build Its First Polar Research Vessel: Sonowal Inks Historic MoU with Norway’s Kongsberg

New Delhi: Marking a significant milestone in India’s scientific and maritime journey, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal presided over the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Kolkata-based Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) and Norway’s Kongsberg at an event today in Oslo. The MoU paves the way…

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Paris Olympics: Sreejesh Named India’s Flagbearer With Manu Bhaker For Closing Ceremony

Paris: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Friday announced the nomination of hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh as the joint flagbearer with pistol shooter Manu Bhaker at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. IOA president PT Usha said Sreejesh was both an emotional and popular choice within the IOA leadership, including the Chef de…

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DAY-NRLM Hosts National Workshop to Propel ‘Lakhpati Didis’ Initiative

New Delhi: In a significant stride towards realizing the Prime Minister’s vision of creating 3 Crore ‘Lakhpati Didis,’ the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) under the Ministry of Rural Development organized a National Stakeholders Consultative Workshop today. The focus was on integrating Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) into Service Sector Enterprises. Inaugurating the workshop,…

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Union Minister Annpurna Devi Chairs First National Meeting on Women and Child Development

New Delhi: Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, chaired her first national-level meeting with State Ministers of Women and Child Development/Social Welfare and Administrators/Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories via video conferencing. The meeting, held on 10th August 2024, focused on reviewing the progress of ongoing programs and discussing future strategies for key…

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